when building clan mechs keep in mind that Regular Auto cannons are a complete waste and are there simply as a placeholder the developers forgot to fix years ago. they do not even have supported modules.
To make your First mechs easy dont mix Laser and projectile weapons. choose ether or. haveing only one makes hitting your target with all your weapons easier. there are exeptions to the rule, like lrms as support or main weapon group. Jump jets and masc could also be avoided. to make things easier in the beginning.
Although the Dire Wolf may seem like a no brainer as your first Assault mech it does require abit of experience to not fall into alot of traps and problems, problems like getting caught alone, get stuck in random foliage, getting caught flat footed in an open area. you need alot of map awareness to use the very limited maneuverability it has.
Would actually say that the Warhawk is the first choice for a beginner, not to slow and has good lrm and laser combo. If your exclusively going for assaults only. at least on the clan side.
Edited by zeves, 07 January 2016 - 03:44 PM.